TWU University Advancement - Foundation Annual Report 2023

UNIVERSITY ADVANCEMENT

TABLE OF CONTENTS
2 Letter from the Executive Director
4 1901 Society
5 Fiscal Year Highlights
8 New Endowments
16 Financial Position
20 Planned Giving
24 Old Main Society
26 Chancellor’s Circle
28 Annual Giving
33 University Advancement Staff

TWU FOUNDATION BOARD
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
A. John Harper III
Chair
Dr. Anne M. Simpson
Vice Chair
Diane M. Dillion
’79, ’87 Treasurer
Sheryl D. Goodson
’92 Secretary
MEMBERS
Dr. Helen S. Benjamin ’77, ’89
Dr. Amber E. Garrison Duncan ’98
Dr. DiAnna L. Hynds
Dr. Sheila K. Kellagher ’81, ’17
Dorothy M. Kinsel ’51
Dr. Morgan E. Kolencherry ’13, ’16
Jane E. Manley ’79
Dr. Patricia G. McCoy ’81
Kyle A. Nayfa
Raquel L. Schmitz ’94
Bindu Varghese ’01, ’13
EMERITUS MEMBERS
Dr. Patricia J. Edwards ’77, ’79, ’98
Jane Erwin ’93
Ernie McGee
Dianne Randolph ’69, ’71
Lizabeth Spoonts
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LETTER FROM THE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Dear TWU Supporters,
The generosity of your gifts during this past fiscal year ending June 30, 2023, resulted
in more than $11 million raised! We have achieved continued success in our fundraising
efforts supporting students, faculty and programs across the university system.
I am also excited to share that we are now in the public phase of TWU’s first
comprehensive campaign — DREAM BIG! In honor of TWU’s 125th anniversary in 2026,
we are raising $125 million. The university has received a number of transformational
gifts including a recent $15 million commitment from the Doswell Foundation of Dallas.
This gift, the largest in TWU’s history, will establish the new Doswell School of
Aeronautical Sciences and work to alleviate the national pilot shortage and provide
greater access for women and underrepresented populations to pursue careers in the
aviation industry. This remarkable gift brought our campaign fundraising efforts to just
over $103 million!
Finally, I would like to thank the TWU Foundation Board of Directors and the entire
University Advancement Division for their guidance, support and outstanding
work. My last day at TWU was August 11, and I am grateful for the fond memories,
friendships and experiences that I have gained during my nearly five-year tenure. While
change can sometimes be bittersweet, I know that University Advancement’s future is
in capable hands, and the strong team we have built together will continue to thrive.
I am also confident that the comprehensive campaign goal will be met because of the
generous support of TWU’s alumni and friends. Your thoughtful giving will mean TWU
students can continue to DREAM BIG for another 125 years!
Sincerely,
Kimberly A. Russell, Ed.D.
Executive Director, TWU Foundation
Vice President, University Advancement & Alumni Engagement
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Open Doors
Fuel Innovation
Cultivate Grit
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1901 SOCIETY
The 1901 Society acknowledges donors who have generously contributed
$1 million or more to Texas Woman's University. Named after the year of the university’s
establishment, this prestigious society recognizes transformative gifts that have propelled the
institution’s success. The society was initiated in 2018 when alumna Mary Stanton ’89 made a
remarkable donation in the amount of $10,001,901. Mary’s intention was to inspire and honor
other donors who have made significant contributions to support TWU.
Sue S. Bancroft
Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center
The Columbus Foundation
Florence A. Doswell*
Doswell Foundation
Houston Endowment, Inc.
The Meadows Foundation
Nelda C. and H. J. Lutcher Stark Foundation
The Orien Levy Woolf & Dr. Jack Woolf Charitable Foundation
Parry Foundation
Nancy Painter Paup ’73, ’74 and Thaddeus E. Paup
Dr. Gay Su Pinnell
Michael T. Rydin
Mary L.A. Stanton ’89
T. Boone Pickens Foundation
Tillie & Tom McDonald Foundation
Tom C. and Mary Bryan Reitch Charitable Trust
Dr. Richard W. Woodcock
*Deceased
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FISCAL YEAR HIGHLIGHTS
$11.3 MILLION
58%
STUDENT
$6,529,760
26%
FACULTY & RESEARCH
$2,909,904
13%
OTHER
$1,499,557
3%
PROGRAM
$387,504
TOTAL RAISED AND AREAS SUPPORTED IN FY23
4,301 3,245
GIFTS IN FY23
DONORS IN FY23
42%
30%
19%
6%
3%
ALUMNI
$4,730,786
FRIENDS
$3,372,286
FOUNDATIONS
$2,149,262
OTHER
$667,359
CORPORATIONS
$407,033
DONOR PARTICIPATION IN FY23
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NEW ENDOWMENTS
Endowments provide the means for donors to make an impact that
lasts generations. With these gifts, the principal amount is preserved while the
investment income is used to further the purpose of the endowment and the mission
of the university. This reliable, long-term support enables Texas Woman’s University
to increase student aid, conduct pioneering research, implement new technologies
and practices, explore innovative programs and maintain libraries, laboratories, and
other physical assets. With a minimum gift of $25,000, which can be paid over a
five-year period, a named endowment can be established. Donors can be confident
their generous gifts will help ensure the long-term wellbeing of the university and the
high quality of a TWU education.
Bramwell Family Scholarship Endowment
Established and Funded October 2022
Jennifer and Douglas Bramwell established the Bramwell
Family Scholarship Endowment as a tribute to Jennifer’s life and
the family’s dedication to higher education. Jennifer earned her
Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Texas Woman’s Houston
campus in 2005. The education and skills she gained while at
TWU have allowed her to positively impact the lives of many.
This scholarship is intended to support students who are pursuing
their Bachelor of Science in Nursing at TWU’s Houston campus
located in the Texas Medical District. Recipients of the scholarship
will show academic achievement and embody servant leadership
with a commitment to the nursing profession.
Karen Friedsam Duncan Program Endowment in Nursing
Established July 2022; Funded October 2022
Former Denton, Texas native Karen Friedsam Duncan established
a program endowment supporting the integration of animalassisted
therapy into nursing education. Karen chose to support
the program because “it is at the intersection of two of my
lifelong loves — the field of nursing and the power of pets
in healing.”
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Karen received her nursing degrees from the University of Texas
and the University of North Carolina, and after graduate school
she taught pediatrics and community health at TWU’s Houston
campus for several years. Later, Karen and her husband, Tom,
moved to Salt Lake City, Utah, where she worked for the
University of Utah Hospital for more than 20 years before retiring
in Texas. The endowment will provide funding to introduce
nursing students to the benefits of animal-assisted therapy for
their patients.

Cynthia Buckner Gill Scholarship Endowment
Established and Funded November 2022
Bill Wilson established the Cynthia Buckner Gill Scholarship
Endowment to honor Dr. Cynthia “Cindy” Gill-Sams, professor
of communications sciences and oral health in the College of
Health Sciences. Dr. Gill-Sams is a renowned speech-language
pathologist having dedicated the last two decades of her
career to providing speech therapy training both nationally
and internationally. The Cynthia Buckner Gill Scholarship
Endowment is a tribute to Dr. Gill-Sam’s exceptional mentorship
and achievements. The gift supports students pursuing a
Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology. Recipients
of the award will have the desire to pave new ways to serve the
unserved just as Dr. Gill-Sams has done throughout her career.
Feyten-Wick Health & Wellbeing Champion Award Endowment
Established December 2021; Funded December 2022
Chancellor and President Carine M. Feyten and her husband
Chad P. Wick created the Feyten-Wick Health & Wellbeing
Champion Award Endowment to enhance Texas Woman’s
Health and Wellbeing Initiative and to recognize the important
role of TWU staff members. The initiative was established in
2015 with the goal to improve the lives of TWU’s community
members, and in 2017 the effort was staffed with an inaugural
director and a team of campus leaders devoted to building the
university-wide effort. This new endowment will provide awards
to staff members who exceed expectations in or consistently
exemplify commitment to one or more areas of the initiative.
Each year, one exempt and one non-exempt staff member will be
named recipients as part of TWU’s faculty and staff excellence
awards program.
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From left: Chancellor Carine M. Feyten, Perry Sook
and Dr. Sandy Sook
Dr. Phyllis J. Bridges Arts and Sciences Scholarship Endowment
Established October 2022; Funded January 2023
The Sook Family Foundation has donated $500,000 to honor the
late Cornaro Professor Phyllis J. Bridges. Dr. Bridges served Texas
Woman’s as a faculty member, administrator and historian for 50
years. She passed away in April 2022 at the age of 80.
Dr. Bridges mentored countless students as an English professor. Alumna Dr. Sandy Sook ’15,
who earned her Doctorate in Rhetoric, was one of the many students who was positively
impacted by the mentorship of Dr. Bridges and who became a dear friend.
The Dr. Phyllis J. Bridges Arts and Sciences Endowed Scholarship will provide funding for
students pursuing a degree in the College of Arts and Sciences and who share Dr. Bridges’
passion for the arts and humanities. Dr. Bridges knew of the Sook Family Foundation’s gift
before she passed away and requested the scholarship endowment impact as many students
as possible.
In recognition of the Sook’s generosity and in honor of Dr. Bridges’
dedication to her students and the university, the auditorium
in the Student Union at Hubbard Hall has been named the
Dr. Phyllis J. Bridges Auditorium. This generous gift will help
future students achieve their academic and career goals while
honoring the great legacy of Dr. Bridges and her decades of
contributions to Texas Woman’s.
Dr. Bridges’ legacy at TWU should be
celebrated. She was both an educator
and an advocate for her students.
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- Dr. Sandy Sook ’15

Dr. Carolyn E. Moore Graduate Research
Assistantship Endowment in Nutrition
Established and Funded December 2022
Retired Houston campus faculty member Dr. Carolyn E. Moore
has established an endowment to support graduate research
assistantships in the field of nutrition. Assistantships are a core
requirement of the master’s and doctoral nutrition programs and
this endowment will fund one research assistantship each year.
Dr. Moore served on the faculty at the TWU Houston campus
for 15 years dedicating her efforts to teaching, mentoring and
conducting research. Her research focused on food insecurity
among college students, nutrition garden programs for children,
the relationship of Vitamin D to cardiovascular disease, and
obesity in adults and children. This is the second endowment
Dr. Moore has established to support nutrition students at TWU.
Wayne and Jackie Taylor Switzer Families
Scholarship Endowment in Nursing
Established and Funded December 2022
Alumna Jackie Taylor Switzer ’90 and her late husband
Wayne Switzer are making a positive impact in the lives of
TWU students. Jackie and her husband worked while earning
their degrees and persevered to graduate. Jackie pursued her
nursing studies through night and summer courses, and, with
the support of her family and friends, she graduated from TWU
with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing at the age of 49. Jackie
graduated alongside what she describes as “a diverse group
of graduates who supported each other through a microcosm
of life events — births, deaths, marriages, divorces, illnesses
— in our time at TWU.” This scholarship, with a preference for
non-traditional students, will help future nursing graduates
fulfill their dreams no matter their stage in life.
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Therese Bartholomew Bevers, M.D.
Scholarship Endowment in Natural Sciences
Established August 2021; Funded January 2023
TWU alumna and Medical Director of MD Anderson’s Cancer
Prevention Center, Dr. Therese Bartholomew Bevers ’81 oversees
a comprehensive clinical program offering cancer screening and
personalized risk reduction services. Dr. Bevers earned her
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from TWU and reflects fondly
on her academic foundation and student experience. Driven
by a passion for providing similar opportunities, Dr. Bevers
established a scholarship supporting TWU students pursuing
a degree in the natural sciences aiming to empower students
to achieve their dreams. The generous gift included a naming
opportunity in the Scientific Research Commons (SRC) on the
Denton campus. The Therese Bartholomew Bevers, M.D.
Chemistry Research Lab is located on the first floor of the
SRC, which opened in 2021.
Dr. Peggy Blake Gleeson Physical Therapy Benevolence
Endowment – Houston Center
Established January 2022; Funded January 2023
Dr. Peggy Blake Gleeson has been a member of the TWU
community for more than four decades, as a student, faculty
member, and administrator. At separate points in her career,
she served TWU as Director of Clinical Education and Associate
Director for the School of Physical Therapy on the university’s
Houston campus. In 2022, Dr. Blake Gleeson retired and created
an endowment to provide financial assistance to Houston
campus students pursuing a Doctor of Physical Therapy. The
endowment is intended to help students who are facing
unforeseen financial emergencies or hardships that have the
potential to disrupt their education.
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Left: The late Dr. Billie J. Askew
Dr. Billie J. Askew Chair Endowment
Established and Funded January 2023
Literacy trailblazer and philanthropist Dr. Gay Su Pinnell
has honored a fellow early-intervention literacy advocate
by establishing the Dr. Billie J. Askew Endowed Chair in Reading Recovery at Texas Woman’s.
Named after the late founder of TWU’s Reading Recovery program, TWU Distinguished
Alumna and Cornaro Professor Emerita of Reading, the $1 million gift will bolster the
Department of Literacy and Learning and preserve Askew’s legacy. Professor Emerita Pinnell
serves on the faculty in the Department of Literacy and Learning at The Ohio State University.
The early literacy intervention Askew brought to TWU in 1989 is based on an individualized
approach to reading that has helped struggling students in more than 50 school districts
across a dozen states learn to read. Since 1984, when Reading Recovery was introduced to
the United States, 2.5 million Americans have learned to read through the program.
The new endowed chair recognizes Askew’s leadership and Texas Woman’s role in promoting
the Reading Recovery program both nationally and internationally.
Billie and I were colleagues for almost 40
years. She not only was a scholar and a
researcher, but she was dedicated and
passionate, an advocate for literacy and
children and a very warm and
generous person.
- Dr. Gay Su Pinnell
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Ardent Healthcare Endowment for Nursing
Established and Funded February 2023
Ellen and Jimmie Stapleton founded Ardent Healthcare in 2007.
The company provides compassionate, quality patient care to
families and their loved ones across the North Texas region
and is headquartered in Flower Mound, Texas.
In February, the company gave a generous gift to Texas Woman’s
to establish the Ardent Healthcare Endowment for Nursing.
One-half of the endowment distribution will fund Bachelor of
Science in Nursing (BSN) scholarships with preference given to
students who are licensed vocational nurses (LVN) or registered
nurses (RN). The other half will fund a faculty excellence award
for full-time faculty members who inspire students to achieve
excellence and who demonstrate a strong and sustainable
commitment to clinical practice and safety in hospice, palliative,
and home healthcare.
Melton Family Scholarship Endowment
Established and Funded June 2023
Cynthia D. Melton ’93, ’01 obtained her bachelor’s and master’s
degrees in business from TWU leading a successful career in
human resources at Dynacraft and Peterbilt Motors Company.
Cindie attributes her career success to her time at TWU, which
provided her with “a strong foundation and education.”
Motivated by her own educational experience, Cindie is
dedicated to providing similar opportunities to current students
by establishing the Melton Family Scholarship Endowment.
This scholarship is designed to support aspiring students who
seek to major in business. Cindie’s generosity will impact the
lives of future TWU business graduates ensuring they have the
resources they need to succeed.
Dr. Mary E. Ridgway Scholarship Endowment
Established and Funded June 2023
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Professor Emerita of Kinesiology at the University of Texas
at Arlington (UTA) Mary E. Ridgway, Ph.D. ’71, ’74 has created
a second scholarship endowment at her alma mater. This
scholarship will support undergraduate kinesiology students
at Texas Woman's. Dr. Ridgway led a remarkable career as a
head coach, faculty member and senior administrator at
UTA from 1976 to 2006. She achieved a number of notable
accomplishments throughout her career including leading
the NCAA Division I UTA Volleyball team to five national
tournaments, leading the U.S. Wheelchair Sports Team in the
1992 Barcelona Paralympics and serving as the chair of UTA’s
Department of Kinesiology. Dr. Ridgway’s remarkable career
and dedication to public education and sports have left a
lasting impact that inspires future professionals and scholars.

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FINANCIAL POSITION
The following represents the condensed financials for the fiscal years
ending June 30, 2022 and 2023, respectively, for the Texas Woman’s
University Foundation. The TWU Foundation financials are audited by
Hankins, Eastup, Deaton, Tonn & Seay P.C. of Denton, TX.
FY23*
FY22
TOTAL ASSETS
TOTAL LIABILITIES
TOTAL NET ASSETS
INVESTMENT GAINS (LOSSES)
TOTAL CHANGE IN NET ASSETS
$108,098,874
$2,037,662
$106,061,212
$8,367,337
$10,829,703
$95,238,144
$6,635
$95,231,509
($10,550,187)
($5,624,404)
*Unaudited Numbers
As permanent, self-sustaining funding, gifts to establish endowments
provide great opportunity for Texas Woman’s. Because these funds are
invested and the generated income is used to support the university,
endowments produce stable and flexible support for students, programs
and faculty.
FY23*
FY22
ENDOWMENT
PORTFOLIO VALUE
$95,321,745
$80,843,434
ENDOWMENT
DISTRIBUTION
$3,301,615
$3,015,529
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TOTAL ASSETS
$125,000,000
$100,000,000
$75,000,000
$50,000,000
$25,000,000
$0
FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18 FY19 FY20 FY21 FY22 FY23
ENDOWMENT MARKET VALUE
$125,000,000
$100,000,000
$75,000,000
$50,000,000
$25,000,000
$0
FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18 FY19 FY20 FY21 FY22 FY23
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PLANNED GIVING
Regardless of current income or financial flexibility, planned giving is
accessible to anyone. These gifts can be made through different financial vehicles
including a bequest in a will, named beneficiary of a life insurance policy or retirement
account, or a charitable remainder trust. A planned gift is a unique opportunity to create
a lasting legacy in support of the university system and students. These types of gifts
provide an opportunity to impact the future and may generate federal tax advantages
during the donor’s lifetime. Featured here are newly named funds that will be established
through a realized planned gift.
Neva Cochran Research Fund in Nutrition and Food Science
Established October 2022
Highly accomplished nutrition communications consultant and
TWU alumna, Neva Cochran, M.S., R.D.N., L.D. ’78 established
the Neva Cochran Scholarship Endowment in Nutrition in 2020
to support TWU graduate students accepted into the Dietetic
Internship Program.
With a generous planned gift, Neva has recently expanded
her original gift to support even more students. A portion of
Neva’s estate gift will be used to increase the principal of the
current scholarship endowment providing more funding for
nutrition graduate students, with the remaining portion of
the gift providing critical funding to support research in the
Department of Nutrition and Food Sciences.
Mildred and Marie Tribble Study Abroad
Scholarship Endowment
Established October 2022
Mildred Tribble ’45, who turns 100 in October, traveled the
world with her sister Marie Tribble ’46. Mildred studied home
economics at Texas State College for Women (now TWU)
graduating in 1945, while her sister earned her degree in food
and nutrition the following year. Now, Mildred wants “to give
other people the same opportunities that we had to travel,” she
says. The Mildred and Marie Tribble Study Abroad Scholarship
Endowment will honor Mildred and Marie, who passed away
in 1994, while enabling students in the College of Professional
Education to enjoy the cultural enrichment the sisters shared.
Thanks to the Tribble sisters’ gift, countless TWU students will
have an opportunity to experience the world.
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Dr. Lizzie Joy Williams Scholarship Endowment in Nursing
Established June 2023
The Dr. Lizzie Joy Williams Scholarship Endowment in Nursing has
been established with a planned gift from Dr. Williams ’66, ’69.
Dr. Williams’ determination to earn a college education was fueled by
the loss of her father at a young age. She obtained her bachelor’s
in nursing in 1966 and master’s in sociology in 1969 from TWU.
She later completed master’s and doctoral degrees in business
administration at The Wharton School in 1985. With a distinguished
career at the intersections of nursing, management and education,
Dr. Williams founded Link Management Consulting in 1991. Her
planned gift and remarkable journey will inspire students in the
field of nursing for future generations.
PLANNED GIVING
IN ACTION
Dr. G. Ann Uhlir Fellowship Endowment for
Higher Education Administration
Dr. Emarely Rosa-Dávila, Associate Professor of Social Work and Bachelor of Social Work
Program Coordinator received the 2022-23 Dr. G. Ann Uhlir Endowed Fellowship for Higher
Education Administration. Thanks to this generous endowment, which was created by an
estate gift from Dr. G. Ann Uhlir, Dr. Rosa-Dávila attended the Faculty Women of Color in
Academia National Conference in Arlington, Virginia in April 2023.
Dr. Uhlir retired from TWU in 1996 as the Dean of the College of Health Sciences. “Dr. Uhlir
and I worked together while both serving as deans at TWU,” shared Dr. Carolyn Gunning.
“Dr. Uhlir was nationally known as a leader in the movement to secure gender equity in
sports. Throughout her life she worked to advance women as leaders. She established this
endowment to provide faculty the opportunity to develop leadership skills.” When Dr. Uhlir
passed away in 2007, she provided funds to create this endowment supporting faculty
fellowships. Since that time, more than 20 full-time faculty have received important funding
for leadership development opportunities.
The conference was truly eye-opening. I learned
invaluable lessons that have profoundly impacted my
understanding of the challenges faced by women and
women of color in academia. I learned the importance
of building and finding supportive communities.
- Dr. Emarely Rosa-Dávila
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PLANNED GIVING IMPACT
These endowments established through realized planned gifts during the
previous fiscal year are a testimony to the impactful experiences of our alumni and friends
and the role of Texas Woman’s University in their lives.
Susan M. Mansfield Scholarship
Endowment in Nursing
Funded July 2022
Susan M. Mansfield ’77, '82
had her nursing career cut short when she
passed away at the age of 46. Her mother
Juanita,who was a nurse herself, created
this endowment through her estate to
provide nursing scholarships to students
on TWU’s Dallas campus.
Dr. Carolyn Colvin
Scholarship Endowment
Funded December 2022
Dr. Carolyn Colvin ’52, ’53
earned her bachelor’s
in physical education
and master’s in dance from TWU.
She dedicated her life’s work to
teaching and training students and her
philanthropic legacy lives on through
her bequest supporting kinesiology
students at her alma mater.
Fred W. Patterson
Program Endowment
Funded December 2022
Fred Patterson, a respected
newspaper publisher and
passionate arts patron in Denton, Texas,
passed away in February 2022. Fred and
his wife, Patsy, championed the arts at
Texas Woman's University and the
University of North Texas. As part of
his estate, Fred left a substantial gift
to support TWU’s School of the Arts
and Design.
Sarah R. Weddington
Endowment
Funded December 2022
Sarah Weddington was known
best for arguing before the U.S. Supreme
Court in the landmark Roe v. Wade case,
but she had a trailblazing legal and
legislative career that spanned decades
and was predicated largely on advancing
women’s issues. Her historical records
and artifacts are a part of the permanent
collection at Texas Woman’s University,
and this endowment will provide funding to
properly archive and display her materials.
Geraldine A. Sams
Scholarship Endowment
Funded January 2023
Geraldine “Geri” Sams was
a devoted social worker and
community volunteer. She was an adjunct
instructor for TWU’s social work program
and supervised field practicum placement
for aspiring social workers. Through her
gracious bequest, TWU will provide
scholarships to support social work
students dedicated to serving elderly
individuals and their families.
Shirley Caradine Cary
Scholarship Endowment
in Music
Funded May 2023
Shirley Caradine Cary ’51 was known as an
actor, artist and musician who earned her
degree in vocal music from TWU. In her
estate plans, Shirley made a generous
contribution to TWU. Her endowment
will support undergraduate music students
with priority given to those pursuing K-12
teacher certification or specializing in
vocal performance.
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Vivian R. Dew
Scholarship Endowment
in Elementary Education
Funded May 2023
Vivian Ruth Dew ’60 earned
her Bachelor of Science in Elementary
Education and had a long teaching career
in California. As part of her estate, she left
a generous contribution, which will fund
scholarships for students who are also
seeking a degree in elementary education.
Dr. Margaret Anne Simmons
Scholarship Endowment
Funded June 2023
Dr. Anne Simmons ’51, ’54
earned her bachelor’s and master’s in
physical education from the Texas State
College for Women, now Texas Woman’s
University. She later earned her doctorate
from the University of North Texas. Her
scholarship will fund students pursuing a
degree in the School of Health Promotion
and Kinesiology.
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OLD MAIN SOCIETY
The Old Main Society is an important part of Texas Woman’s University’s past,
present and future. The society honors and recognizes donors who have made a planned gift
commitment to the university through vehicles such as a bequest, annuity, or charitable
remainder trust. TWU continues to thrive and planned gifts help ensure that future funding
will be available for new and expanded programs and increased scholarship opportunities
for many generations.
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OLD MAIN SOCIETY MEMBERS
Dorothy L. Arnold ’50 and John Arnold
Ann G. Barnett
Beverly E. Bennett ’94
Margaret Varner Bloss ’49, ’50
Cheryl Holland Bridges ’68
Dr. Lottye S. Brodsky-Lyle ’67
Deborah A. Brown ’79, ’86
Anonymous*
Janine M. Brunjes ’77
Dr. Freda A. Burks ’93
Dr. Elizabeth Hall Burns ’78, ’81 and Dr. John M. Burns
Jack J. Cinque
Neva Cochran ’78*
Dr. Nicki S. Cohen
Emilia Cordero-Mercado ’99, ’03 and George J. Mercado
Karen S. Crouse ’62
Deborah L. Dayton ’91
Karen F. Duncan
M. Diane Dwight ’76 and Andrew C. Jackson
Dr. Patricia J. Edwards ’77, ’79, ’98 and Dr. Donald E. Edwards
Jane Erwin ’93 and Ronnye G. Erwin
Charlsie L. Floyd ’65
Marian E. Garcia ’86
Mary B. Glover ’62
Barbara S. Gollman ’89 and Harvey M. Gollman
Dr. Elma González ’65
Margaret M. Gressett ’52
Dr. Margaret M. Griffin
Dr. Carolyn S. Gunning
Reva Hamm ’51
Betty J. Hassell ’71
Sandra I. Hauser LTC, USAF (Ret.) ’65
Dr. Mona S. Hersh-Cochran
Nancy F. Hoing
Beth Hilton Holliday ’64 and Laird Holliday
Dr. Renee D. Howarton ’83*
Dr. Karen A. Jackson ’69, ’70, ’79 and Reed Jackson
Jean P. Johnson ’53
Jean L. Judy ’73
Anita C. Kelley ’83 and Joseph Kelley
Dr. Adele B. Kestner ’90
Dr. Luella J. Lilly ’71
Dr. Lela A. Llorens
Deborah Lockhart and Michael E. Lockhart
Dr. Michele E. Lockhart ’10
Dr. Robert L. Metzger ’00, ’12
Maureen C. Mohr ’72
Ione W. Moran ’54 and Sidney S. Moran
Judy Morton ’57*
Anonymous
Elya Naxon ’75
Victoria A. Nenner ’66
JoAnn F. Norment ’53 and Robert S. Norment
Ligia C. Ortiz Otero ’77*
Rebecca Clapp Pearson ’60
Alicia B. Quinn ’94
Bonnie G. Rannald ’72
Dr. Sue Titus Reid ’60
Joyce Phillips Rinehart ’54 and Walter E. Rinehart
Anonymous
Dr. Glenda Brock Simmons ’61, ’62 and Jerry Simmons
Mary Ann Vordenbaum Slater ’65
Elizabeth Snapp
Marie L. Sorensen ’67 and Bruce Sorensen
Carolyn E. Sowell ’61
Dr. Jane R. Spragens ’42, ’64, ’79
Dr. Ann Stuart
Dr. Deborah A. Tapler ’96 and Dr. Jeffrey L. Horswell
Sherrill R. Taylor ’83, ’86
Mildred F. Tribble ’45 and H. Marie Tribble ’46
Meredith S. Wade ’65 and H. D. Wade, Jr.
Loutricia A. Walleen ’62
Nancy E. Wikel ’95 and Stephen K. Wikel
Sharon F. Wilbur ’63, ’66
Dr. Carolyn A. Williams ’61, ’82
Dr. Lizzie Joy Williams ’66, ’69*
Dr. Margaret L. W. Williams ’60 and Tuck Williams
Sandra A. Williams ’95 and Charles C. Williams
Amelia Diana Wysocki ’67
* Denotes new members July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023
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CHANCELLOR’S CIRCLE
The Chancellor’s Circle is an esteemed gathering of exceptional donors who
are committed to the continued success of Texas Woman’s University. Their
support provides vital resources that allow the chancellor to address urgent and immediate
needs as they arise. By joining the Chancellor’s Circle, donors gain exclusive opportunities
to develop a closer bond with the chancellor, senior leaders and the university community,
witnessing firsthand the impact of their generous contributions. With the continued support
of these dedicated individuals and organizations, Texas Woman’s University can continue to
shine brightly and fulfill the needs of both current and future students, faculty and programs.
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Dr. Betty B. Alford ’54, ’56, ’65
Mary Anne Alhadeff and David Alhadeff
Regent Ellen A. Amirkhan ’79
Louise K. Appleman ’62 and R. Gordon Appleman
Carolyn L. Atkins ’66 and James M. Atkins
Lewis Benavides and Jill Benavides
Suzanne Boatner ’67
Dr. Margaret J. Bogle ’89 and William J. Bogle
Patricia A. Bosse Gunther and Frank A. Gunther III
Kathleen G. Bradbury ’71, ’72
Dr. Lottye S. Brodsky-Lyle ’67
Dr. Elizabeth Hall Burns ’78, ’81 and Dr. John M. Burns
Gay Lynn Wooten Bynum ’65 and Herman Bynum
C. Susan Cass ’84, ’92
Dr. Peter F. Cohen
Judy B. Cole and Captain Lash D. Hansborough
Dr. Carolyn Colvin ’52, ’53 *
Patricia A. Crocker
Laura V. Estrada ’74 and Paul F. Hermann
Patrice Benfield Frisby ’80
Hilda C. Galvan
Sheryl D. Goodson ’92
Dr. Margaret M. Griffin
Dr. Carolyn S. Gunning
Kathey Hesse Hannah ’74 and Mark Hannah
A. John Harper III and Elizabeth Harper
Dr. Linda Loveless Hughes and Dr. Lannie R. Hughes
Regent Robert E. Hyde and Mary Ann Hyde
Regent Jillian E. Jester and Christopher L. Rasmussen
2023 MEMBERS
CHANCELLOR’S CIRCLE
Dr. Ruth A. Johnson
Dr. Frances Jean Kelley ’89, ’95
Dorothy M. Kinsel ’51
Maurine S. LeBeau
Regent Stacie Dieb McDavid ’80 and David McDavid
Sara M. Miller and Korey Miller
Gloria L. Montgomery ’74
Judy Morton ’57
Dr. Cherie M. Mulkey ’75, ’99
Jan E. Muller ’75
Neena Newberry
Barbara D. Nunneley ’75
Deirdre E. Parker ’08
Kathryn Parker
Kathryn C. Ragsdale ’63
Dr. Kimberly A. Russell
Raquel L. Schmitz ’94 and Eric Schmitz
Norma L. Silva-Quinn ’74 and Michael Quinn
Dr. Glenda Brock Simmons ’61, ’62 and Jerry Simmons
Dr. Patricia Y. Sosa-Sanchez ’04, ’06, ’15 and Rey S. Sanchez
Sherrill R. Taylor ’83, ’86
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Denton
Texas Women’s Foundation
Charles Venable
Dr. Frances B. Vick
Jane D. Weidenbacker ’58
Regent Mary P. Wilson and William R. Wilson, Jr.
Dr. Stephanie L. Woods ’79
Dr. Rama Yelkur
SILVER
Neva Cochran ’78
Erin A. Connally
The Honorable Maurine Dickey and Roland Dickey
Diane M. Dillion ’79, ’87
Sheila A. Eeds and John M. Eeds
Jane Erwin ’93 and Ronnye G. Erwin
Carol L. Gay ’67
Kay W. Goodman ’58
Dr. Beverly S. Griffea ’04
Dr. Anngienetta R. Johnson ’71 and Raymond J. Johnson
Kimberly L. Johnson ’93, ’07
Stacee L. Johnson-Williams
Dr. Morgan E. Kolencherry ’13, ’16 and Patrick Kolencherry
Dr. Anne M. Simpson and Danny Simpson
Regent Crystal C. Wright and Randall J. Wright
GOLD
Bill DeBerry, Jr. / Bill DeBerry Funeral Directors
Madelyn Jennings ’56
Merrilee A. Kick ’09 and Timothy Kick
Dr. Shelley D. Sweatt ’89 and Greg D. Sweatt
PLATINUM
Dr. Dawn S. Chaney ’63, ’66, ’70
*Deceased
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ANNUAL GIVING
Annual giving supports every aspect of the Texas Woman’s experience.
The Division of University Advancement provides opportunities throughout the year for
alumni and friends to engage with the university through giving. Whether it is the annual
scholarship appeal, phonathon or the senior giving challenge, donors can have an immediate
impact on the educational experiences of TWU students.
ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIPS
A scholarship opportunity is often the deciding factor for students as they choose to continue
their education or enroll in college for the first time. Scholarships are vital to TWU with
more than 70% of students receiving some form of federal, state or scholarship aid. Annual
scholarships from individuals, corporations and civic groups work to fill the financial aid gap.
These scholarships can be established with a single gift of $1,000 or more. The list below
includes new annual scholarships established during the foundation’s fiscal year 2023.
AIB International Elevating Food Safety Annual Scholarship
Established by AIB International
Donna S. Meyer ’78 Annual Scholarship
Established by Donna S. Meyer
Dr. Dawn S. Chaney Chancellor’s Circle Annual Scholarship
Established by Dr. Dawn S. Chaney ’63, ’66, ’70
through her Chancellor’s Circle Platinum membership
Dr. Mikell L. Murphy ’59 Annual Scholarship
Established by Dr. Mikell L. Murphy
Diane C. Gallivan Annual Scholarship
Established by Phil Gallivan, former TWU Foundation Board member,
in memory of his wife
Dr. Marta Olchyk Annual Scholarship
Established by Dr. Marta Olchyk ’62, ’72
Paula Cailloux Heileman Annual Scholarship
Established by Paula Cailloux Heileman ’68
Pisani Family Foundation Annual Scholarship
Established by Jackie Pisani ’92
International Transfer Annual Scholarship
Established by Dr. Duong Nguyen ’08
Kelly Rabby Roberson Annual Scholarship
Established by Teresa L. Rabby-Monroe ’90
in memory of her sister who graduated from TWU in 1992
Dr. Glen Jennings Annual Scholarship
Established by Dion L. Menser-Andreini ’95 and Rock Andreini
in honor of Dion’s favorite professor at TWU
Dr. Beverly B. Tucker and Dr. Spencer C. Tucker Annual Scholarship
Established by Dr. Beverly B. Tucker ’60, ’75, ’90
Wan and Cecilia Lo Trust Annual Scholarship
Established by Cecilia T. Lo ’73
W. Ray Johnson Foundation Annual Scholarship
Established by the W. Ray Johnson Foundation
Williams’ Yellow Brick Road Annual Scholarship
Established by Ashlyn Pedroza ’23
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SENIOR GIVING
CHALLENGE
TWU’s senior giving challenge continues to thrive
with each class year surpassing the previous in both
participation and dollars raised. This past year was no
exception with each component seeing double-digit increases.
The senior giving challenge is an annual giving effort where
graduating students give back to their future alma mater at an
amount equal to or greater than their graduation year. 2023
graduating students would give a minimum of $20.23 to earn
their legacy cord to wear at commencement.
While students can give to any area of their choice, more than
75% gave to the Pioneers Pay It Forward Scholarship in 2022-23.
Because of their overwhelming generosity, five seniors, one from
each academic college, will receive a $2,500 scholarship this fall!
I will soon be the first in my family to graduate from college,
and I know the feeling of financial strain. My donation may not
be enough on its own, but I know that it will be one of many
contributions that will add up to be enough for other students.
- Elizabeth Aguilar ’23, psychology major
2023 - 2024 RECIPIENTS
OF THE PIONEERS PAY IT
FORWARD SCHOLARSHIP
College of Arts and Sciences
Lily Kemp, computer science major
College of Business
Helen Velasquez, human resource
management major
College of Health Sciences
Sean Warren, nutrition major
College of Nursing
Genesis Nunez, nursing major
College of Professional Education
Samantha Dixon, education major
Thank you so much for
your generous donation.
I have two jobs, but they do
not provide enough
sometimes. This scholarship
means so much to me, and
I have an increased sense
of financial stability and
motivation to complete
my studies.
- Lily Kemp
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WILLIAMS’ YELLOW BRICK ROAD
ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP
Established and Funded March 2023
This year’s senior giving challenge (SGC) was another huge success! In addition to a 25%
increase in participation, the university received a SGC gift that created a named annual
scholarship. Ashlyn Pedroza ’23 created the Williams' Yellow Brick Road Annual Scholarship
to support an incoming TWU student from Crowley Independent School District (ISD). With
two children before completing high school, Ashlyn struggled to pursue her education due
to financial instability. Despite the circumstances, she worked hard to complete high school,
earn her associate’s degree and transfer to TWU where she completed her bachelor’s degree
in social work.
Ashlyn was inspired to create the scholarship in honor and memory of her mentor and
Crowley ISD teacher B.J. Williams. “Mrs. Williams saw potential in all of her students
despite the life obstacles we were faced with,” she shares. And, Ashlyn wants this
scholarship to mirror the acts of Mrs. Williams and for her fellow Pioneers to have access
to the same support she did. “Mrs. Williams’ life revolved around her students. She will
forever be remembered for her selfless heart and fascination with the Wizard of Oz.” TWU
is incredibly grateful to Ashlyn for her generosity and willingness to pay it forward.
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REDBUD SOCIETY
Texas Woman’s is immensely grateful to our
generous donors who give year after year. As an
expression of our gratitude, we welcome consecutive donors of
three years or more to the university’s Redbud Society. Our loyal
Redbud Society members choose to support TWU by giving to a
variety of areas providing needed support. Many members have
consecutively given for 20 years or more.
Dr. Glenda Brock Simmons
Longest standing member of the Redbud Society
Dr. Glenda Brock Simmons ’61, ’62 has shown her dedication to supporting the TWU mission
by giving annually for more than 50 years!
Her TWU story began when she was a student. Dr. Simmons earned her bachelor’s
and master’s degrees in business and went on to serve TWU in a number of leadership
positions. She dedicated more than 14 years to enriching the academic community and
student experience as dean of students and vice president for student life. She also served
on the faculty in the areas of business and economics for more than two decades. In
recognition of her exceptional contributions to the university, she was bestowed with the
honorary title of vice president emeritus upon her retirement in 1997, a distinction only
held at Texas Woman’s by Dr. Simmons.
We extend our sincere gratitude to Dr. Simmons and all of the devoted Redbud Society
members who ensure TWU, its students, faculty and programs continue to flourish. Redbud
Society members’ collective commitment and generosity exemplify the transformative power
of loyal giving at Texas Woman’s University.
It is only natural for me to support the institution
that has provided so many opportunities and
made such a difference in so many lives.
- Dr. Glenda Brock Simmons
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UNIVERSITY ADVANCEMENT STAFF
As of August 2023, we are pleased to announce the appointment of Lisa Rampy as Interim Vice President
of University Advancement and Alumni Engagement and Shelby Gould as Interim Executive Director of
the TWU Foundation.
Lisa Rampy
Interim Vice President, University Advancement
& Alumni Engagement
lrampy@twu.edu | 940-898-3860
Shelby Gould
Assistant Vice President, Advancement Operations
Interim Executive Director and COO, TWU Foundation
sgould1@twu.edu | 940-898-3861
Peter F. Cohen
Assistant Vice President, Chancellor’s
Leadership Giving
pcohen1@twu.edu | 940-898-3316
Patrice Frisby ’80
Senior Director of Development, Major Gifts
pfrisby@twu.edu | 940-898-3867
Greg Garland
Director of Development, College of Business
ggarland2@twu.edu | 940-898-3851
La’Bradford Harold
Associate Director of Development
Student Life & Athletics
lharold2@twu.edu | 940-989-3860
Ashley Torres
Assistant Director of Development
College of Health Sciences
College of Nursing
atorres32@twu.edu | 940-989-3860
Jim Livernois
Senior Director, Annual Giving & Engagement
jlivernois@twu.edu | 940-898-2977
Joel Jackson
Assistant Director, Donor Experience
jjackson41@twu.edu | 940-898-2845
Danielle Locken
Assistant Director, Donor Experience
dlocken@twu.edu | 940-898-3612
Brittany A. Connolly
Director, Executive Communications
& Special Projects
Editor, Texas Woman’s Magazine
bconnolly@twu.edu | 940-898-3864
Korinne West
Manager, Communications
kwest13@twu.edu | 940-898-3861
Michelle Cummings
Director, Donor Relations &
Stewardship Programs
mcummings4@twu.edu | 940-898-3872
Carmen Fisher
Foundation Accountant
cfisher7@twu.edu | 940-898-3856
Macey Gibaszek ’22
Coordinator, Advancement Events
mgibaszek@twu.edu | 940-898-3891
Cynthia Hornbeck
Gift Processing Specialist
chornbeck1@twu.edu | 940-898-3894
Michele Kyle
Coordinator, Budgets
mkyle@twu.edu | 940-898-3862
Jesse McBroom
Director, Data Systems and Research
jmcbroom@twu.edu | 940-898-3878
Lauren Hendershot Ortiz
Director, Advancement & Alumni Events
lhendershot@twu.edu | 940-898-3866
Jessica Wilson
Coordinator, Data Systems and Research
jwilson58@twu.edu | 940-898-3842
Isabella Serrano
Executive Assistant to the Vice President
iserrano3@twu.edu | 940-898-3860
ANNUAL REPORT 2023
WRITING & EDITING
University Advancement
Shelby Gould
Brittany A. Connolly
Michelle Cummings
Korinne West
DESIGN
Marketing & Communication
Renee Thompson
Alem Delacruz ’19
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